Deputy Mental Health Law Officer

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Mental Health Law office for an efficient, organised and assertive Deputy Mental Health Law Officer.

The post holder will support the Mental Health Law Administrator with the implementation of the Mental Health Act and monitoring compliance. You should have a good working knowledge of Mental Health Law administration, although full training will be given. Additionally, you should be a team player but also able to work on your own initiative when necessary and be flexible as cover is required at other sites.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is expected to co-ordinate, develop and maintain systems, to ensure effective compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983, Code of Practice and other associated legislation, guidance and procedures in accordance with Trust Policy and Practice.

The post holder will be required to work closely with clinicians, other professionals within the Service. Liaise with the Mental Health Tribunal, Care Quality Commission, Associate Managers, Ministry of Justice and other external agencies.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding this opportunity, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For more information regarding this opportunity, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business and Administration, or equivalent
• Significant clerical /administrative experience
• Experience of Supervison / management

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Code of Practice
• Knowledge of changes in case law

Experience

Essential

• Analyse and problem solve
• Demonstrate ability in dealing sympathetically and sensitively with people and maintain confidentiality
• Proven ability to produce well presented, clear and accurate documents

Person Specification
Education

Essential

• Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business and Administration, or equivalent
• Significant clerical /administrative experience
• Experience of Supervison / management

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Code of Practice
• Knowledge of changes in case law

Experience

Essential

• Analyse and problem solve
• Demonstrate ability in dealing sympathetically and sensitively with people and maintain confidentiality
• Proven ability to produce well presented, clear and accurate documents

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Scarisbrick Unit, Ormskirk District General Hospital

Wigan Road

Ormskirk

L39 2JW

United Kingdom

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